

Mike Cargile
Republican | California
Candidate Profile
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Mike Cargile
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 35
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Columbus State University, Columbus, GA, Bachelors, 1987
WORK & MILITARY
US Army, 1st Lieutenant
Big Event Pictures, President
AFFILIATIONS
Foothill Bible Church, Deacon, BREA Aquatics
Ways and Means Booster Chair, Diamond Elite Gymnastics, Booster President
Ontario Christian School, Traffic Management Specialist
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
(Candidate did not provide)
ENDORSEMENTS
OTHER (1)
The Republican Party of Los Angeles County - LAGOP
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (9)
Los Angeles GOP
San Bernardino GOP
Every Black Life Matters
National Right to Life
LEXIT
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (4)
State Republican Party Organizations (2023)
WinRed (2022)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2020)
Roy Moore (2017)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (4)
Huck PAC (2022)
Jeffrey Gorman (2022)
WinRed (2022)
Local, County, and District Republican Organizations (2020)
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
Detailed Response: https://www.cargileforcongress.com/life
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
Detailed Response: https://www.cargileforcongress.com/life
Chemical abortion drugs should meet essential safety standards (such as in-person consultation with a medical doctor) and require reporting to gather evidence on reactions and outcomes.
Strongly Agree
Chemical abortion drugs should meet essential safety standards (such as in-person consultation with a medical doctor) and require reporting to gather evidence on reactions and outcomes.
Strongly Agree
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
Life of the mother, rape or incest
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
Life of the mother, rape or incest
Does the federal government have a role to play in limiting abortion, and if so what federal steps and/or federal legislation would you support?
I would support a Federal Heartbeat Bill. If there is a detectable heartbeat, then that is a "person" who falls under the full and complete protection of the United States Constitution.
Does the federal government have a role to play in limiting abortion, and if so what federal steps and/or federal legislation would you support?
I would support a Federal Heartbeat Bill. If there is a detectable heartbeat, then that is a "person" who falls under the full and complete protection of the United States Constitution.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
A twisted interpretation of the 1st Amendment. The 1st Amendment is clear - Congress cannot ESTABLISH a religion and it cannot prohibit the free exercise of one that exists. That is all.
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
A twisted interpretation of the 1st Amendment. The 1st Amendment is clear - Congress cannot ESTABLISH a religion and it cannot prohibit the free exercise of one that exists. That is all.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
NATIONAL SECURITY
With regard to America's foreign policy, which view most closely resembles yours: A) The United States should intervene whenever freedom is threatened. B) The United States should selectively help countries trying to grow democracy and fight tyranny. C) The United States has become too involved in others' policies and should remain focused on issues regarding our own sovereignty unless in imminent danger. D) The United States should stay out of foreign conflicts completely.
I used to view this issue more as a "B", however, due to the invasion of our Southern Border, I am now a "C" on this issue. We ARE in imminent danger of losing the country.
With regard to America's foreign policy, which view most closely resembles yours: A) The United States should intervene whenever freedom is threatened. B) The United States should selectively help countries trying to grow democracy and fight tyranny. C) The United States has become too involved in others' policies and should remain focused on issues regarding our own sovereignty unless in imminent danger. D) The United States should stay out of foreign conflicts completely.
I used to view this issue more as a "B", however, due to the invasion of our Southern Border, I am now a "C" on this issue. We ARE in imminent danger of losing the country.
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Yes. They are our closest ally in the Middle East and a strong partner in many religious, cultural and economic areas.
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Yes. They are our closest ally in the Middle East and a strong partner in many religious, cultural and economic areas.
What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?
Backward leadership. It starts at the top and trickles down.
What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?
Backward leadership. It starts at the top and trickles down.
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
At present... none. The entire medical profession, along with the pharmaceutical industry have ZERO credibility after the grotesque mishandling of the Covid-19 response. The CDC, along with the WHO, must be re-built, top to bottom.
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
At present... none. The entire medical profession, along with the pharmaceutical industry have ZERO credibility after the grotesque mishandling of the Covid-19 response. The CDC, along with the WHO, must be re-built, top to bottom.
What most closely matches your view on healthcare: A) Healthcare for all should be guaranteed and funded by the government with no private healthcare option. (includes "universal healthcare," "medicare for all," etc.) B) Healthcare insurance funded by the government should be available for all who want it, along with private healthcare options. C) Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary. D) Taxpayer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be defunded.
C. Our Federal government is there to protect the needy and the vulnerable of our citizens. It is also there to protect our overall security, general welfare, infrastructure and provide for a competitive marketplace. THAT is all. It has no business getting involved in actual "business", at any level.
What most closely matches your view on healthcare: A) Healthcare for all should be guaranteed and funded by the government with no private healthcare option. (includes "universal healthcare," "medicare for all," etc.) B) Healthcare insurance funded by the government should be available for all who want it, along with private healthcare options. C) Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary. D) Taxpayer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be defunded.
C. Our Federal government is there to protect the needy and the vulnerable of our citizens. It is also there to protect our overall security, general welfare, infrastructure and provide for a competitive marketplace. THAT is all. It has no business getting involved in actual "business", at any level.
ECONOMY
What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?
Remove Capital Gains tax, eliminate the Federal Reserve and the IRS and adopt a fair, simple and flat tax for people and businesses.
What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?
Remove Capital Gains tax, eliminate the Federal Reserve and the IRS and adopt a fair, simple and flat tax for people and businesses.
Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.
Strongly Agree
More on education: https://www.cargileforcongress.com/education
Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.
Strongly Agree
More on education: https://www.cargileforcongress.com/education
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
No
ESG is simply a smoke screen for further infringement of the government into our lives and our businesses. We need MUCH LESS government involvement than we currently have.
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
No
ESG is simply a smoke screen for further infringement of the government into our lives and our businesses. We need MUCH LESS government involvement than we currently have.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
I believe I have the best plan in the country regarding this issue. Here is a summary: https://www.cargileforcongress.com/immigration
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
I believe I have the best plan in the country regarding this issue. Here is a summary: https://www.cargileforcongress.com/immigration
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Strongly Agree
https://www.cargileforcongress.com/education
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Strongly Agree
https://www.cargileforcongress.com/education
I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.
Strongly Agree
I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.
Strongly Agree
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
Strongly Disagree
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
Strongly Disagree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
Zero. The right to keep and bear arms...ANY arms, "shall not be infringed". Period.
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
Zero. The right to keep and bear arms...ANY arms, "shall not be infringed". Period.
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
The Supreme Court should be reformed to include more seats.
Strongly Disagree
The Supreme Court should be reformed to include more seats.
Strongly Disagree
ABOUT YOU
When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and religious liberty, which of the following best describes you overall?
Very Conservative
When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and religious liberty, which of the following best describes you overall?
Very Conservative
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To establish Justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our posterity.
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
To establish Justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our posterity.
Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.
No.
Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.
No.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.
No.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.
No.
VALUES
Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.
Strongly Agree
https://www.cargileforcongress.com/family
Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.
Strongly Agree
https://www.cargileforcongress.com/family
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Strongly Agree
https://www.cargileforcongress.com/family
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Strongly Agree
https://www.cargileforcongress.com/family
Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
Strongly Disagree
Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
Strongly Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am Pro-God, Pro-Family, Pro-Life, Pro-Jobs, Pro-Police and in everything else... America First! https://www.cargileforcongress.com/
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am Pro-God, Pro-Family, Pro-Life, Pro-Jobs, Pro-Police and in everything else... America First! https://www.cargileforcongress.com/
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Strongly Disagree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Strongly Disagree
EQUALITY
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
https://www.cargileforcongress.com/racism
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
https://www.cargileforcongress.com/racism
Biological males should not be allowed to participate in women's sports or occupy biological women's spaces whether it be bathrooms, locker rooms, sorority houses, women's shelters, or prison.
Strongly Agree
Biological males should not be allowed to participate in women's sports or occupy biological women's spaces whether it be bathrooms, locker rooms, sorority houses, women's shelters, or prison.
Strongly Agree
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Man-made climate change is a global threat and requires urgent political action.
Strongly Disagree
Man-made climate change is a global threat and requires urgent political action.
Strongly Disagree
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Nuclear followed by fossil fuels. Further detailed response: https://www.cargileforcongress.com/environment
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Nuclear followed by fossil fuels. Further detailed response: https://www.cargileforcongress.com/environment
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